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The five highlights of Doha 2019 IAAF Worlds

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Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich celebrates after winning the Women's Marathon at the 2019 IAAF World Athletics Championships in Doha on September 27, 2019. (Photo by MUSTAFA ABUMUNES / AFP)

From the first ever night marathon, heart-melting sportsmanship to a married couple each winning a medal on the same night, it was a championship to boot.

Set against the background of searing heat, low attendance and spectacular architecture, the Doha 2019 IAAF World Athletics Championships in Qatar have nonetheless fashioned memorable sporting moments.

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